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Renae Sweet Receives Exemplary Performance Award at Northstate Prehospital Conference

Sunday, June 22

Yesterday, our Deputy Director Office of Emergency Services, Renae Sweet, was honored with an EXEMPLARY PERFORMANCE AWARD from Nor-Cal EMS at the Northstate Prehospital Conference, in Redding CA.Renae was recognized for her outstanding dedication to the Modoc County Sheriff’s Office, her work as a... Read More.

Caltrans Resumes Westwood Beach Culverts Project on Highway 147 With Traffic Delays Expected

Saturday, June 21

Caltrans District 2 and Lamassu Utility Group, Inc. will resume work on the Westwood Beach Culverts Project on Highway 147 in Plumas County. This $583,000 project involves rehabilitating culverts at eight locations near Canyondam, with construction scheduled to restart on Tuesday, June 24.Motorists can... Read More.

Successful Nighttime Rescue of Injured Paraglider in Lassen County

Friday, June 20

On the night of June 18th, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office RAVEN 3 and Search & Rescue were called to assist the Lassen County Sheriff’s Office in rescuing an injured paraglider who had crashed in the mountainous area near Hallelujah Junction. The Huey helicopter,... Read More.

Plumas County Returns Mental Health Funds Amid Challenges for Future Projects

Friday, June 20

Plumas County is returning $263,073 in mental health funds to the state of California, marking what officials hope will be the final "fund reversion." This funding was intended for a mental health innovation program for the fiscal years 2021/2022 and 2022/2023, which allows counties... Read More.

Groundwater Solutions Discussed at Big Valley Advisory Committee Meeting

Friday, June 20

The Big Valley Groundwater Advisory Committee convened on June 16 in Bieber, marking a significant gathering with representatives from both Lassen and Modoc counties attending together—an uncommon occurrence. Members of the Modoc County Resource Conservation District were also present.The committee focused on various topics,... Read More.

Rebecca Lewis Appointed New Superintendent of Modoc Joint Unified School District

Friday, June 20

At its meeting on June 17, 2025, the Modoc Joint Unified School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved the appointment of Mrs. Rebecca (Beckie) Lewis as the next Superintendent of Modoc Joint Unified School District, effective July 1, 2025.Mrs. Lewis has dedicated 19 years... Read More.

Family Completes Epic Horseback Journey Across America and Celebrates at Sunset Beach

Friday, June 20

A family of four, the Whites, recently reached the North Carolina coast after a three-year horseback journey across the country. Starting in Susanville, California, in April 2022, Joshua and Terra White, along with their sons Lucus and Levi, traveled with six horses and one... Read More.

Firefighters Urge Caution as Gusty Winds Fuel Human-Caused Stampfli Fire in Plumas National Forest

Friday, June 20

With a dry cold front moving into the area, gusty winds and another human caused wildfire today, firefighters on the Plumas National Forest are asking area residents and visitors to help prevent wildfires.Early this afternoon, firefighters responded to the Stampfli Fire in Indian Valley. ... Read More.

Modoc County Offers Best Property Tax Value in California

Thursday, June 19

Modoc County has been highlighted for providing the highest value per property-tax dollar in California, according to a study by SmartAsset. The analysis evaluated counties based on their property tax rates, public school performance, and changes in home prices over five years.Modoc's base property-tax... Read More.

Lassen National Forest Enhances Firefighter Readiness with Annual Training and Emergency Response Drill

Thursday, June 19

On June 18th, LassenNationalForest conducted its annual fire preparedness review plan for firefighters. During this event, personnel activated smoke devices to practice locating and responding to fire incidents. They utilized progressive hose lays, cut lines, coordinated water drops, and managed medical emergencies effectively.In addition... Read More.

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Renae Sweet Receives Exemplary Performance Award at Northstate Prehospital Conference

Caltrans Resumes Westwood Beach Culverts Project on Highway 147 With Traffic Delays Expected

Successful Nighttime Rescue of Injured Paraglider in Lassen County

Plumas County Returns Mental Health Funds Amid Challenges for Future Projects

Groundwater Solutions Discussed at Big Valley Advisory Committee Meeting

Rebecca Lewis Appointed New Superintendent of Modoc Joint Unified School District

Family Completes Epic Horseback Journey Across America and Celebrates at Sunset Beach

Firefighters Urge Caution as Gusty Winds Fuel Human-Caused Stampfli Fire in Plumas National Forest

Modoc County Offers Best Property Tax Value in California

Lassen National Forest Enhances Firefighter Readiness with Annual Training and Emergency Response Drill

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Renae Sweet Receives Exemplary Performance Award at Northstate Prehospital Conference

Caltrans Resumes Westwood Beach Culverts Project on Highway 147 With Traffic Delays Expected

Successful Nighttime Rescue of Injured Paraglider in Lassen County

Plumas County Returns Mental Health Funds Amid Challenges for Future Projects

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